XYPN Radio / Building Your Firm (2)

Episode No. 376 | December 13, 2023

Mind Over Money: How One RIA Owner Is Crafting A New Narrative In Finance

With Maggie Klokkenga

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In this episode of XYPN Radio, we’re joined by XYPN member Maggie Klokkenga, the founder of Make A Money MindShift. Maggie's journey is a testament to the transformative power of financial coaching. Starting her career as a CPA, she eventually transitioned to a large firm in St. Louis …

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Episode No. 375 | November 29, 2023

Building Eden: Exploring The Heart Of Year One In A New RIA

With Nycole Freer

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Many of our recent guests have discussed how things are 2, 3, and 4 years after starting. But what about when you’re in the thick of it? Our guest today, Nycole Freer, founder of Eden Financial is only 8 months into her solo RIA journey and tells us what it’s like! After navigating th …

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Episode No. 353 | January 25, 2023

Having the Freedom to Make Work Work For You

A Conversation with Sarah Ponder

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Whether you live in a single or dual-entrepreneurial household, have children you’re balancing in that equation, or are just looking for effective tips to convert prospects into clients, this episode is for you!

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Episode No. 352 | January 11, 2023

Building Your Business With Intention – A Tale of Transitions As We Check Back In

With Kay Dee Cole

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We’re excited to welcome back XYPN member Kay Dee Cole, CFP®, founder of Clarity Wealth Development, on the show today. Kay Dee was on the show back in 2017 and we wanted to bring her back on now, to give us an update on her firm and how things have progressed and changed. I have to s …

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Episode No. 348 | November 16, 2022

Changing Careers & Building an Ideal Firm in 2 Years

A Conversation with Andy Panko

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Today we welcome XYPN member Andy Panko, CFP®, RICP®, EA, founder of Tenon Financial, to XYPN Radio. Andy always knew he wanted to be a financial advisor—but the harsh reality of financial planning opportunities (or the lack of them) for a fresh college graduate was discouraging. So, …

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Episode No. 343 | September 07, 2022

Finding Success Building a Socially Responsible Firm

A Conversation with Ethan Miller

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Today, we talk to XYPN member Ethan Miller, CFP®, founder of Planning for Progress—a fee-only firm based in Washington D.C. Ethan started his career in labor and union organizing which gave him the passion for working with individuals one-on-one to empower them to make the world a bet …

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Episode No. 341 | August 10, 2022

Embracing Career Change & Finding Success Serving the Tattoo Artist Niche

A Conversation with Colton Etherton

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We’re excited to welcome Colton Etherton CFP®, XYPN Member, and owner of Out of The Office Planning to the show today. On this episode, Colton talks us through his professional background, which includes starting his career in the banking side of financial services, transitioning to M …

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Episode No. 340 | July 27, 2022

Successfully Scaling an Advice-Only Firm Serving the Dentist Niche

A Conversation with Sharon Weaver, CFP®

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We’re excited to welcome XYPN member Sharon Weaver, CFP®, the founder of Mission Financial Planning, on the show today. Sharon has been a CFP® for over 25 years but had never actually done a financial plan until she launched her firm 11 years ago. Some early dentist clients from a cen …

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